A jury has been sworn in to hear a civil legal action taken against Conor McGregor.
The action involves an allegation of sexual assault against the Dublin UFC fighter and another man.
McGregor and the other defendant, James Lawrence, of Rafter’s Road in Drimnagh, Dublin 12, are both in court for the opening day of the lawsuit.
The judge told potential jurors that the woman bringing the case claims that they sexually assaulted her and, “in effect raped her,” on December 9th, 2018.
The jury was also told that the burden of proving the case rests with the plaintiff.
The judge noted that, unlike criminal trials, civil actions are decided on the “balance of probabilities.”
If you have been impacted by rape or sexual assault you can contact the Rape Crisis Centre 24-Hour National Helpline on 1800 77 8888.
Main image shows Conor McGregor arriving at the High Court for the opening day of a lawsuit taken by a woman over an alleged incident in a Dublin hotel, 05-11-2024. Image: Leah Farrell/RollingNews
